Miss Saigon Set to Embark on a New UK Tour in 2025
Fans of musical theatre are in for a treat as Miss Saigon gears up for a grand return with a new UK tour in 2025. The beloved show, known for its powerful storytelling and evocative score, will once again capture audiences’ hearts across the country.
Miss Saigon tells the heart-wrenching tale of Kim, a young Vietnamese girl who falls in love with an American GI, set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War. The musical features the unforgettable compositions of Claude-Michel Schönberg and the poignant lyrics by Richard Maltby Jnr and Alain Boublil, with adaptation from Boublil’s original French text and additional lyrics by Michael Mahler. The show’s iconic numbers include ‘Last Night of the World,’ ‘The Movie in My Mind,’ and ‘I’d Give My Life for You.’
First produced for the stage by Cameron Mackintosh, Miss Saigon has become one of the most successful and well-loved musicals in the world, particularly resonating with audiences in Asia where it has seen numerous performances in Korea, Japan, the Philippines, and Singapore.
Reflecting on this new revival, Cameron Mackintosh expressed his excitement, stating, ‘Thirty-five years after Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical Miss Saigon first opened to international success, I am delighted that this powerful, heart-wrenching love story has remained timeless around the world. The recent hugely successful Sheffield Crucible production took a contemporary look at this great musical and that inspired producer Michael Harrison and I to also take a fresh look at Miss Saigon and create a modern version that can play in many theatres that the original was unable to do.’
Directing this new production is Jean-Pierre van der Spuy, who previously directed the acclaimed Australian Opera version of Miss Saigon. Van der Spuy is also known for his collaborative work with Matthew Bourne on the celebrated West End production of Oliver! ‘Like the phoenix that is so central to the show’s story, Miss Saigon will rise again next year – a legend reborn,’ Mackintosh added.
Producer Michael Harrison echoed this excitement, stating, ‘It is thrilling to be collaborating with Cameron on a brand-new production of Miss Saigon. Millions of people around the world have been moved by its riveting story, messages of family and enduring love, and by Boublil and Schönberg’s majestic score. I am delighted that we can now bring this story to audiences throughout the country in a brilliant and modern production.’
Tour Dates Announced
The tour will kick off at the Newcastle Theatre Royal, running from Saturday, 4 October to Saturday, 25 October 2025. The show will then move to:
- Playhouse Theatre, Edinburgh: Tuesday, 28 October to Saturday, 1 November
- Palace Theatre, Manchester: Tuesday, 4 November to Saturday, 15 November
- The Alexandra, Birmingham: Tuesday, 18 November to Saturday, 29 November
- Leeds Grand Theatre: Tuesday, 2 December to Saturday, 13 December
- New Theatre, Oxford: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 to Saturday, 3 January 2026
Further tour dates, casting announcements, and details about the production team will be shared in the coming months.
As excitement mounts for this new chapter of Miss Saigon, audiences can look forward to experiencing a revitalized version of this epic love story, brought to life by a world-class creative team. The 2025 tour promises to blend the timeless essence of the original with fresh, modern staging, ensuring that Miss Saigon continues to resonate with new and returning fans alike.
